Overview
Fascinating 16th century Medicean dwelling on the outskirts of Firenze (6 km from the city center). Recently restored according to the Tuscan and Florentine style traditions, adding new luster to the splendid old mansion. The complex situated on the banks of the Arno River consist of three villas, the Noble Villa, the Old Mill and the Villino. The hotel offers 35 guest rooms (12 suites) all different from one another and filled with antique furniture. All rooms have a marble bathroom, air conditioning, mini-bar, satellite TV, direct dial telephone and Internet connection. Since the hotel was turned into a luxury hotel in 1948, many famous guests have enjoyed a stay at Villa la Massa: Clark Gable, Winston Churchill, Barbara Hutton, Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton - just to name a few. More recently, David Bowie and Iman held their wedding at the Villa. Managed by Villa d'Este Hotels.
Dining
After spending 25 years at Villa D'Este, Executive Chef Andrea Quagliarella now presides over the cooking at Villa La Massa. The Verrocchio Restaurant consists of an indoor dining-hall beneath a vaulted ceiling supported by two ancient stone columns, and a terrace overlooking the Arno with a view onto the famous Rufina hills. The menus propose a choice of both national and regional dishes, prepared with the talent and care with the Chefs specialties. The Medicean Bar & Pool Bar: Situated in the Noble Villa, in two rooms decorated with mid-19thth century frescos - the Medicean Bar offers a wide selection of grappe, whiskies, brandies and cocktails. The Pool Bar offers a selection of light snacks for informal lunches and is open during the summer months conveniently located near the swimming-pool with a view of the Arno River.
Recreation and Health
Outdoor heated swimming pool. New fitness room with state-of-the-art equipment, including cardio-fitness and weight-lifting machines. Treatment room. Biking and jogging. Tennis Club at 500mt from the hotel - free for hotel guests. Horseback riding and 18-hole golf course nearby.
Features
High-speed internet connection in all rooms. Private helipad. Chef’s garden and cooking classes. Complimentary outdoor parking and shuttle bus to downtown Florence (Ponte Vecchio). Banquet and meeting rooms.
Piano bar during weekend. Private cellar for wine tasting and private event. Private Chapel for weddings. 8KM from the Florence city center. Guided tours to the wineries of the Chianti region on request. Baby sitting available. Private transfer to the airport or rail station on request.